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Very helpful how-to training videos created by Pathbrite for their ePortfolio system.

If you prefer a paper-based user guide, click the link below to access a Getting Started Guide created by Pathbrite: http://www.pathbrite.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/PB%20Getting%20Started%20User%20Guide%20v5.pdf Additional help resources can be accessed by clicking on the link below (scroll down to the "Resources" section): http://www.pathbrite.com/for-educators/

From Infotopia: "Infotopia is an academic search engine accessing only trusted websites previously selected by librarians, teachers, and library and educational consortia. Infotopia is recommended for students, teachers, and especially, homeschoolers. Infotopia was created by, and is maintained by, Dr. Michael Bell, former chair, Texas Assocition of School Librarians, and Carole Bell, former middle school librarian and director of libraries."

Outstanding YouTube video of Dr. Helen Barrett talking about how and why ePortfolios promote "deep learning" and reflection within students. This is a must watch 20 minute video for anyone interested in using ePortfolios with their students/classes.

Click the link below to access more ePortfolio video resources from Dr. Helen Barrett: https://sites.google.com/site/k12eportfolios/schedule/lesson-1

From a dyslexic, very tech savvy, high school student: "Here's a list of my favorite iPad apps and how I use them to help me both in and out of the classroom."

Assistive reading app with variable speech rate, multiple voices, and ability to limit text display to just a few lines. $9.99

OCR of captured images on your iPad. Can also perform text-to-speech on them. $9.99

From Wolffam|Alpha: "Take the power of Wolfram|Alpha wherever you go. With special features designed for each platform, Wolfram|Alpha mobile apps let you access the full power of the Wolfram|Alpha knowledge engine wherever and whenever you need it."